From 6th April 2016, the way in which dividends are to be taxed is changing. These changes are aimed at the tax on small companies who pay a small salary and higher dividend to director shareholders. It would appear that the government is wanting to close the gap on how a self-employed or salaried individual is […]
I must confess that I have mixed views on the changes implemented by the Chancellor, and whilst I support a move to reduce the welfare bill and increase employment, I am disappointed that this comes at a cost to the employer. The two particular elements of the budget that I am not happy about are […]
If you ever wondered what the Langricks offices looked like, or who the voice was at the end of the phone was, then here is a shot of our fantastic team hard at work. Thank you to Simon Morley photography for our latest round of corporate images, it is great to be able to share a shot […]
If you are thinking of incentivising employees by gifting them with shares in your business, the use of employee shareholder shares can be a tax efficient way of doing this. Whilst the employee will have reduced rights of employment, for income tax and national insurance purposes, the shares could be deemed to have a value […]
In this age of superfast broadband connections and supersonic laptops, notebooks, ipads, how are we still suffering with ‘the broadband black spot’? It is hard to believe that it still happens, or maybe we are just carrying out our business in a broadband ‘black spot’, but yes sometimes we do indeed still have moments of the […]
A recruitment entrepreneur has compiled a list of 7 factors that will ensure businesses attract and retain the right talent: All employees have the same overall goal which everyone understands The work is motivating There is open communication, employers trust employees to carry out their roles the best possible way The employer rewards well i.e. […]
The end of transitional relief for small businesses in April 2015 is leaving approximately 67,000 small businesses facing rates increases in excess of inflation. Transitional relief was brought in after the 2010 revaluation to spread out the large increases to bills, brought about as a result of significant gains in property prices. Langricks have produced a […]
Growing confidence in the UK economy has been the outcome of a survey based on the responses of over 160 senior finance professionals, who are also members of ICAS.72% of the FDs in the survey expected “modest growth” and 10% expected “strong growth” for the remainder of this year. This shows a significant increase from […]
The Summer holidays might be over, although for some us the Blackberry stayed very close by thoughout.The Langricks had a great time in Salcombe this Summer and here is a typical photo of Chris catching up with the office while the rest of the family enjoyed a Pimms at the bar! I can confirm that […]
We went to watch the Tour de France come through Holmfirth from the delightful surroundings of our business partner Michael Bell’s offices. What an amazing spot to soak up the atmosphere of the day and to attempt to take pictures of the cyclists as they came flying through. The offices are in a fantastic location […]
Through continual dialogue with our clients during the current crisis, we are asked by certain clients to assist with the larger CBILS loan applications. One of our clients for whom we already deliver monthly management accounts asked us to put together a cashflow forecast to show to the bank. Director of our Wilmslow office, Mike Bowker […]
The Growth Vouchers programme was officially launched on 27 January 2014. It will help small businesses access expert advice to help them grow. Vouchers worth up to £2,000 wil be given to a majority of the businesses who sign up for the programme to help them pay for strategic private sector advice. Download the official […]
According Lord Young in today’s webinar there is £20 million ‘in the pot’ for new businesses and start ups to access business growth advice from accredited advisers. £400,000 of growth vouchers have already been paid out, so DO NOT DELAY! Lord Young and the Government’s idea with this initiative is to support new businesses with their initial […]
This week the government launched its new Growth Vouchers scheme for new businesses to access up to £2000 in vouchers to spend against professional fees from accredited suppliers. As Langricks are ICAEW registered accountants you can use your vouchers against our fees.The main criteria to be eligible is below, you can apply via the following […]